DEDHAM BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION (DBA)
The home of Dedham Girls and Boys Town and Travel Youth Basketball.
Upcoming 2025-2026 Season
Registration:
All registrations are closed for the 2025 - 2026 Seasons.
Join Our Team of Volunteers & Board Members
We’re looking for engaged parents—especially of younger players—to join the DBA board and help with key needs like gym scheduling, fundraising, and other important program support.
If interested, please email dedhambasketballboard@gmail.com
Help DBA & Win Big! Calendar Raffle Fundraiser
We need YOUR help, DBA families! We're asking all players to sell Calendar Raffle tickets to support our programs — and there's over $2,000 in prizes up for grabs!
How It Works:
- 31 chances to win in January 2026 — $2,000 in total cash prizes throughout the month
- Winners drawn every Sunday evening for the previous week
- Your ticket can win multiple times! Each day's winner goes back into the drawing
- Every ticket sold helps fund gym time, referees, and DBA programming
Winners!!!
| 1st | Dave Vatts - $50 | 11th | Andrea McElligott $100 - Brynn McElligott (seller) $100 | 21st | Cara King Anderson - $50 |
| 2nd | Laura Green - $50 | 12th | Michael Gray - $50 | 22nd | Kelly McAluey - $50 |
| 3rd | Gisell Vazquez - $50 | 13th | Jennifer Scheer - $50 | 23rd | Anne & Steve Veniti - $50 |
| 4th | Matt Quilter - $100 Noal Quilter (Seller) $100 | 14th | Evelyn Lee - $50 | 24th | Kate Page - $50 |
| 5th | Denise Schubert - $50 | 15th | James Bamforth - $50 | 25th |
Jon Walker - $100 Charles Walker - $100 (Seller) |
| 6th | Sara Bussoleri - $50 | 16th | Mary Kern - $50 | 26th | Krissy Noonan - $50 |
| 7th | Andrea McElligott - $50 | 17th | Giselle Vazquez - $50 | 27th | Matt Campagna - $50 |
| 8th | Elena Sierra - $50 | 18th | Aly Galletto - $100 Marco Gasharro - $100 (Seller) | 28th | Brian Blackman - $50 |
| 9th | Ruby Sullivan - $50 | 19th | Adrian Cerillo - $100 Emry Jean Philippe - $100 (Seller) | 29th | Ali Kelly - $50 |
| 10th | Judy MacDonald - $50 | 20th | Nick Skizim - $50 | 30th | Lauren Gonzalez - $50 |
| 31st |
Julisa Burgus - $250 Jadavean Alston - $250 |
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Where Does the Money Go? Every dollar raised goes directly back to YOU — funding gym rentals, referee fees, and keeping DBA programming strong for all our players.
Let's make this our best fundraiser yet, Dedham!
DBA Sponsors
DEDHAM BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION PROGRAMS
Not sure which program is right for your child?
Both Town and Travel Basketball offer great opportunities for Dedham kids to learn the game, build confidence, and have fun. The key difference is the level of competition and commitment. Here’s a quick side-by-side comparison to help you decide:
Dedham Basketball: Town vs. Travel Program Comparison
| Town Basketball | Travel Basketball | |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Fun, teamwork, and community; all skill levels welcome. | Competitive play and advanced skill development. |
| Grades | K–12 (boys and girls) | 3–8 (boys and girls) |
| Tryouts | No tryouts — all registered players placed on a team. | Tryouts required; players must attend at least one (both recommended). Not all guaranteed a spot. |
| Season | Early December – late February | Practices begin in November; games run December – early March. |
| Practices | 1 practice per week for 1-2nd graders, none for 3-12. | 2 practices per week |
| Games | 1 game per week, all in Dedham | 1–2 games per weekend (home & away across Metrowest towns). |
| Coaches | Parent volunteers (training and support available). | Parent volunteers selected by DBA Travel Committee; must apply annually. |
| Competition Level | Recreational; focus on learning and fun. | Competitive; teams play in the Metrowest Basketball League. |
| Cost | $135/player; includes team jersey. (Family max of $270) * price increase to $160/player on Nov 16 |
$380; covers league entry, refs, gym rentals, first time uniforms (any uniforms after that is an additional fee). |
| Dual Participation | Yes — players can do Town and Travel. | Yes — many Travel players also play in Town. |
| If Not Selected | No Tryout for town, all registered players, play. | Encouraged to play Town to continue building skills. |
| Parent Involvement | Coaches and referees are always needed — volunteers are essential! | Volunteer assistant coaches and team support welcome; head coaches chosen by committee. |
Both programs are designed to give Dedham kids the chance to play basketball, learn teamwork, and have fun — whether they’re just starting out or looking for more competitive play!
Financial Assistance Available
We want every child in Dedham to have the opportunity to play basketball. If your family needs financial assistance, please reach out directly to our DBA President at bobloporto30@gmail.com . All requests are handled confidentially.
Dedham Basketball Association Scholarships
CONGRATS TO OUR SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS!
Abby LeGendre
University of Tennessee
Keira Murphy-Clinton
Northeastern University
Dante Gutierrez
University of South Carolina
Grace Bender
Salve Regina University
CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP OR DONATIONS
Support Our Sponsors
What to become a DBA sponsor or donate?
Visit our sponsor/donation page or email us at:
Dedham Basketball Association (DBA) is a registered non-profit corporation and is completely supported by volunteers.
Sign Up for DBA Email Updates
Sign up for periodic program updates from the Dedham Basketball Association board.
